Bagpipes for Beginners

Summary: Bagpipes are a musical wind instrument that has a set of enclosed reeds. The different parts of the bagpipes are the air supply or blowpipe, a bag, a chanter and a drone. The pipes are a common instrument in Irish and Scottish cultures, but are believed to have been created in the area that is present-day Iran. There are dozens of different types of bagpipes including an electric version. Bagpipes are symbolic of many types of festivities including St. Patrick’s Day, funerals and weddings. The popularity of the bagpipe seems to have encompassed the entire world, and today they are changing accordingly.

In this series of expert video clips, learn more about the history and setup of the bagpipes. See our expert describe beginner basics to playing this musical instrument. Get a solid education on reed variations and instrument types. See our expert’s explanation on the importance of finger posture. In these demonstrative videos, you will learn about the different parts of the traditional bagpipe as well as the notes and scales used to warm up. Get tips for left and right handed practice. Learn more about the chanter, throws, drones, birl, and shuttle pipes. In these informative clips, you will perhaps even learn to play the traditional tune of “Amazing Grace.”